The Brien Center is Berkshire County’s largest provider of behavioral health and addiction services. We employ almost 500 dedicated, compassionate people who work at 25 locations county-wide. Our impact is experienced and appreciated by nearly 10,000 individuals – whose lives are saved, whose illnesses are successfully treated, and who continue on as successful members of our community.

We are proud of our comprehensive programs and services for highly-complex problems, and continue to hear from clients, years later, that their lives and families remain intact because of our care.

At the Brien Center, we work very hard, every day, to end the stigma that continues to shadow mental illness and addiction.

Mission
Our mission is to provide high quality, comprehensive behavioral health services to Berkshire residents through community-based services that promote the highest possible degree of recovery, independence, and quality of life of those served. We will provide access and support to meet the behavioral health needs of individuals of all ages, race, and cultures, and culturally-competent care to promote recovery. We will accomplish this by working in partnership with state agencies, individuals, families, and other providers.

Vision
The Brien Center will distinguish itself as a leader in Community Behavioral Health and will be recognized for the passion of its people and partners in providing a continuum of dynamic and innovative recovery services.

Access and Affordability
Our professional staff work tirelessly to ensure all Berkshire County residents have access to the high-quality, affordable behavioral health services they need—when they need them, where they need them —right here in our community. We provide care without regard to age, race, culture, intellect, socioeconomic status, or insurance status in a manner that supports every person’s ability to live, work and participate in community life.